For the last 6 years, the answer has been Hancock, Knox, Lincoln and Waldo counties, according to researchers at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s tick lab.
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Extreme heat hits Maine: Where to go and what to do as temperatures soar
Maine is facing temperatures in the 90s, with the heat index exceeding 100, leading to warnings from experts and the opening of cooling centers Monday and Tuesday.
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Posted inCommunity
The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of June 30-July 7, 2025
Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan area on this date for the week of June 30-July 7, 2025.
Posted inCommunity
The Way It Was in Hallowell: Week of June 30-July 7, 2025
Showcasing what happened in the Hallowell area on this date for the week of June 30-July 7, 2025.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine solar company says tax credit changes could slow installations, force layoffs
Tax credits that would have lasted into the 2030s could end this year under Congress’ latest draft of the budget reconciliation. That could undercut demand for new solar projects.
Posted inNation & World
Alarm grows after US inserts itself into Israel-Iran war with strikes on nuclear sites
Iran says the U.S. ‘decided to destroy diplomacy’ with its attack on three nuclear sites, while the Trump administration indicated it wanted to restart talks even as Trump himself mused about regime change.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Skowhegan paper mill among dirtiest in the country, new study finds
As other mills move away from burning tires as fuel, Maine plants have increased the practice, according to the Environmental Integrity Project, which also says emissions are being underreported. The plants dispute that.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers in Congress respond to US strike on Iran
While Sen. Susan Collins called the attack ‘necessary’ to head off a broader conflict, and Rep. Jared Golden supported the president’s action, Sen. Angus King and Rep. Chellie Pingree questioned the decision to act without consulting Congress.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Belgrade workshop focuses on the art of sheep shearing
Fourteen students, as well as observers and instructors, took part in a two-day sheep shearing workshop at North Belgrade Community Center, organized by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension.
Posted inMaine
Mainers emerge to enjoy first full sunny weekend in months
Parts of the state will likely see two days of excessive temperatures on Monday and Tuesday.